Quintessential 17th‑century cottage with planning for two parking spaces.
Grade II thatched cottage circa 1640 with genuine period features
A quintessential Grade II thatched cottage dating from circa 1640, offering genuine period charm in Hanslope village. The home retains exposed beams, a cosy sitting room with fireplace and a rustic country kitchen-diner that opens to an enclosed rear garden. Recent works include a professionally replaced thatch within the last five years.
The layout provides three bedrooms and a single wet room with corner jacuzzi bath and separate shower — comfortable for a small family but limited if more bathrooms are required. The plot is small and ceiling heights are generally low, reflecting the cottage’s age and traditional proportions.
Planning permission has been granted for a front driveway to create off-road parking for two cars, a valuable practical improvement. Note this is a Grade II listed property: any alterations, maintenance or modernisation will face listed-building constraints and likely require specialist consents and costs.
Set near the Grand Union Canal and Salcey Forest with good access to Wolverton and Central Milton Keynes stations, the cottage suits buyers seeking a character home in an affluent, village setting with strong schools nearby. It will particularly appeal to buyers wanting historical authenticity and willing to manage listed-property responsibilities.